Collective bargaining is slated to begin in February 2019. This briefing note will outline what our bargaining preparation process looks like and how we will engage with all Members to work towards final ratification of the Bargaining Principles document (bargaining mandate). A bargaining mandate backed by strong and united Membership support will amplify our negotiating power at the table. As we develop the 2019 Bargaining Principles document, it is crucial for us to engage with you to identify the issues…
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Twice a year the Executive Committee of the University of Victoria Faculty Association holds a retreat in order to bring the entire EC together to focus on a specific topic or issue. Previously, retreats have dealt with issues like engagement, fiduciary responsibility, dealing with conflict, and equity issues. This EC retreat will focus on collective bargaining and the steps being taken as we move towards negotiating a new collective agreement in 2019.
This is a workshop designed for the Faculty Association Negotiating Team, in coordination with CUFA BC (Confederation of University Faculty Associations BC) and CAUT (Canadian Association of University Teacher). It’s designed as an intensive workshop of collective bargaining in BC and in the PSEC context, as well as outlining negotiating strategies and techniques. For more information on CUFA BC, click here. For more information on CAUT, click here.